Types and Characteristics of Semiconductor Devices

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What is a diode?

A diode is a semiconductor device that allows current to flow in only one direction.

What is a transistor?

A transistor is a semiconductor device used to amplify or switch electronic signals and electrical power.

What is an integrated circuit (IC)?

An IC is a set of electronic circuits on a small chip of semiconductor material, typically silicon.

What are light-emitting diodes (LEDs)?

LEDs are semiconductor devices that emit light when current flows through them.

What is the function of a photodiode?

A photodiode is a semiconductor device that converts light into an electrical current.

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